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You — Officially a Writer! — by Next Friday
December 02, 2023 (09:00:25 am)
Do you want to LAUNCH your writing career in just 5 days? Then join our LAST Launch Party of 2023!
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Adaptability
November 13, 2023 (05:14:45 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Marella Allison tackles the topic of adaptability.
Living the Writer's Life: Jen Phillips April
October 28, 2023 (05:00:55 am)
When I spoke to her from her writing office in Playa del Carmen, where she’s been for six years, Jen Phillips April looked refreshed and sun-kissed. But that wasn’t always the story… Discover how she decided she’d had her fill of Pennsylvania winters and what brought about the glorious new writer’s life in the tropics that she’s enjoying now.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Thrive vs Survive
October 02, 2023 (04:58:44 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, AWAI Chief Success Officer, Ted Capshaw, and Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, dig into this question and how it impacts you.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Control
September 18, 2023 (05:10:16 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, AWAI Chief Success Officer, Ted Capshaw, and Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, tackle the topic of control and how it can impact your day.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Self-Esteem
September 25, 2023 (05:34:50 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, AWAI Chief Success Officer, Ted Capshaw, and Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, tackle the topic of self-esteem.
Living the Writer's Life: Cindy Cyr
September 23, 2023 (05:00:38 am)
When Cindy Cyr’s boss refused to give her leave to travel to her dying sister’s side, the wheels of change were forever put in motion. But Cindy was able to make sweeping changes to her life pretty quickly, thanks to the opportunities she found through writing. Because of her bold actions, she’s never again faced the pain of being barred from spending time with a loved one when they were in need. Discover how her new path has paid off a hundred-fold since.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Finding Clients
September 04, 2023 (05:04:54 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Ilise Benun, talk about finding clients. Ilise shares her three tools for her “Simplest Marketing Plan.” By following her three tools and using them together on a particular group, you will find new clients!
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Confidence
August 21, 2023 (05:09:46 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Ilise Benun, talk all about confidence.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Overcome Blocks & Find Your Flow
August 07, 2023 (05:00:06 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Terri Trespicio, talk about overcoming writing blocks and how to find your flow.
The Writer’s Life
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Thrive vs Survive
October 02, 2023 (04:58:44 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, AWAI Chief Success Officer, Ted Capshaw, and Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, dig into this question and how it impacts you.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Adaptability
November 13, 2023 (05:14:45 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Marella Allison tackles the topic of adaptability.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Confidence
August 21, 2023 (05:09:46 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Ilise Benun, talk all about confidence.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Self-Esteem
September 25, 2023 (05:34:50 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, AWAI Chief Success Officer, Ted Capshaw, and Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, tackle the topic of self-esteem.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Finding Clients
September 04, 2023 (05:04:54 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Ilise Benun, talk about finding clients. Ilise shares her three tools for her “Simplest Marketing Plan.” By following her three tools and using them together on a particular group, you will find new clients!
Write a Powerful, 83-Word Email About Sleep Buds… And You Could Get a $200 Prize!
July 26, 2023 (05:35:21 am)
Practice is the best way to keep improving at any endeavor. For a copywriter, that means time spent writing! Follow the “client brief” to do this practice assignment, using tips from a master.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: How to Become a Consultant
July 17, 2023 (05:33:22 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Russ Henneberry, talk about how you can elevate from an “order taker” as a writer to an even more valuable role.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Advice for Tough Times
March 13, 2023 (05:01:26 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, and special guest, Marcella Allison talk about Marcella’s top three tips for surviving tough times. When you try these tips, you will notice a shift from feeling anxious to feeling grateful.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: 4 Pillars of Business: Sales
June 19, 2023 (05:52:32 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, Ted Capshaw and Jade Trueblood talk about Sales, the fourth pillar in the 4 Pillars of Business. It’s vital to know that you are a writer, you are a business, and you are a salesperson.
Monday Morning Jumpstart: Energy Input
October 09, 2023 (05:33:42 am)
In today’s Monday Morning Jumpstart, AWAI Chief Success Officer, Ted Capshaw, and Director of Training, Jade Trueblood, tackle the topic of energy input.
The Golden Thread
Who is Elmer Wheeler … and how can he boost your response rate?
February 11, 2008 (01:56:57 pm)
AWAI staff writer John Wood highlights Elmer Wheeler, one of the pioneers of persuasive writing. Using Wheeler’s tested selling techniques can boost response and transform your copywriting career.
From “I Can’t” to “I Can!” – 5 Easy Ways to Gain Confidence As an Aspiring Copywriter
April 13, 2009 (06:24:35 am)
No doubt, starting out as a copywriter can be downright frightening. The good news is, you can calm these fears down, and become a competent, confident copywriter in no time flat. Just follow one (or more!) of these five confidence boosters.
How to Improve the Clarity of Your Writing
December 24, 2007 (11:46:39 am)
Michael Masterson shares a valuable writing tool that can help you improve your writing clarity.
How "Structural Priming" Will Make You a Better Copywriter
January 13, 2014 (06:42:38 am)
Structural priming is an effective method of priming your brain for copywriting. Copying effective sales letters over and over again will help build muscle memory.
The Power of One — One Big Idea
August 30, 2010 (08:41:12 am)
Today, Michael Masterson gets at the very heart of powerful, persuasive writing.
5 Lessons on Copywriting from the Son of a Preacher Man
August 29, 2022 (09:00:29 am)
One of the smartest and quickest ways to advance your copywriting career is by studying the works of legendary marketers and writers because they offer all kinds of strategies, tips, and techniques you can use today.
3 Ways to Never Run Out of Ideas for Your Blog
September 21, 2020 (10:00:57 am)
Coming up with ideas for your blog can be a fun process when you use these three methods. You’ll find the ideas aren’t going to run out… if anything, they’ll come easier than ever before.
At Least 10 Books Every Copywriter Should Read – Twice
May 05, 2008 (03:05:51 pm)
John Forde’s list of “must-reads” for every copywriter, as well as anyone interested in business-building or marketing.
17 Proven Emotional Trigger Words That Drive Curiosity
August 22, 2022 (08:49:56 am)
You can keep readers glued to your writing when you use emotional trigger words, especially ones that ramp up their curiosity. And using them correctly in copy will make you a sought-after writer.
The 10% Solution – Mastering the Lead
October 15, 2008 (08:53:49 am)
Michael Masterson takes a look at one of the most common lead types – the ’problem/solution” lead.
Wealthy Web Writer
Three Secrets to Build a Business You Love
April 28, 2021 (08:00:53 am)
Building a freelance business is great. But building a business you love is even better. Here are three secrets to get you started…
Say Yes to Opportunity… and Then Figure It Out
June 16, 2021 (08:00:17 am)
If you want to create more opportunity as a writer, you need to start saying yes to opportunity… even if you’re inexperienced. You can figure it out!
The Writer’s Information Packet Challenge
May 05, 2021 (08:00:32 am)
Take this challenge and put together your freelance writer’s information packet. Then whenever a prospect asks for more information, you’ll be ready.
Package Pricing for Your Writing Services – Is It Right for You?
July 14, 2021 (08:00:21 am)
When thinking about pricing your copywriting services, have you considered offering packages? Packing pricing can elevate your value in your client’s eyes.
3 Tips for Crafting User-Friendly Writing
June 23, 2021 (08:00:39 am)
User-friendly writing is easy-to-read and puts the reader’s needs first. See three easy ways you can make your writing more user-friendly.
Writing a Reader-Focused Newsletter - 5 Approaches that Work
September 02, 2020 (08:00:25 am)
Writing a reader-focused email newsletter can be a gamechanger (for you or your clients). It helps you connect with you audience and pulls in work.
20 Ways to Stand Out As a Professional Web Copywriter in 2020
March 18, 2020 (08:00:56 am)
As a web copywriter, you need to make it easy for clients to say yes to hiring you. One way to do that is to stand out from other web copywriters…
Business Challenge: Clean Up Your Social Media Presence
July 07, 2021 (08:00:38 am)
Is your social media presence helping or hurting your web-writing business? Clean up your social media presence and make it easier for clients to hire you.
13 Web Writing Marketing Seeds You Can Start Planting Now
May 19, 2021 (08:00:19 am)
If you want your web-writing business to grow, you need to begin planting your marketing seeds now. This will lead to a steady stream of clients later.
Google’s Search Journeys — What You Need to Know
October 16, 2019 (08:07:34 am)
Google works hard to improve user experience. One recent innovation is Google’s Search Journeys… and it means new opportunities for you as a writer.
